Lead Dental Nurse

Dentex Health; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading dental practice in Christchurch is looking for a skilled Lead Dental Nurse to join their team. This part-time position offers competitive hourly rates and excellent benefits, including professional fees coverage, wellbeing support, and a contributory pension scheme. Ideal candidates should have a recognized Dental Nursing qualification, past experience in a lead role, and strong communication skills. This position prioritizes patient care and compliance in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Professional fees covered

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Wellness discounts

Smart tech financial benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Active GDC registration required.
• Prior experience in a similar lead or senior dental nurse role.
• Strong understanding of compliance in dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of dental nurses delivering high patient care standards.
• Ensure a safe and compliant environment for all dental procedures.
• Support dental nursing team to excel in patient care.

Skills

Dental Nursing qualification

Experience in a lead/senior role

Understanding of compliance in dentistry

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Empathetic approach

Team player

Education

Recognised Dental Nursing qualification

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, people focusedLead Dental Nurse to join our friendly and professional team atRobinsons Dental Practice inChristchurch. Whether you are already an experienced Lead Nurse or a Qualified Dental Nurse ready for progression opportunities, we'd love to hear from you!

The essentials

• Part time hours over 3 days
• Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 7.45am - 5.15pm
• Competitive hourly rate from £15.30 depending on experience
• Fully private 4 surgery practice
• Free parking locally

Established for over 30years we pride ourselves on being well respected in the local community for delivering quality care across a range of treatments including ortho & cosmetic dentistry.

About you

You’ll lead a team of dental nurses to deliver the highest standards of patient care in a safe and compliant environment. We’d love to receive your application if you have the following skills and experience:

• A recognised Dental Nursing qualification and active GDC registration
• Previous experience in a similar lead or senior dental nurse role
• A good understanding of compliance in dentistry
• A caring and empathetic approach, with strong communication and leadership skills
• A team player who thrives on supporting others and delivering excellent patient care

What do you get in return?

In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits package also includes:

• Professional Fees Covered: GDC and Indemnity (if eligible)
• Wellbeing Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential helpline and counselling services
• Health & Lifestyle Perks: Wellness hub with discounts on gym memberships, online GP appointments, and lifestyle coaching
• Smart Tech Benefits: Access toTechscheme– spread the cost of the latest tech with convenient salary deductions
• Financial Security: Contributory pension scheme

Who are we?

PortmanDentex is a leading dental group where your skills and ambitions make a real difference. We support over 370 practices across the UK and Ireland. We’re united by a passion for great dentistry, putting patients first and helping each other grow both at work and beyond.

Application process

When you click apply, we’ll just need your CV and contact details, plus answers to a few quick questions — and that’s it! You’ll hear back from us as soon as we can, whatever the outcome.

Ready to join us? Click apply to take the next step in your Dental Nursing career.

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